The Truth about Your Personal Statement: Insights From a Director of Admission
You’ve heard countless teachers, school counselors, and internet articles tell you the same thing. Having a standout personal statement is a game-changer. But does one…
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Early Decision vs. Early Action: What You Need to Know
Applying to college and feeling confused about whether to apply early decision vs. early action? It’s understandable, and you’re not alone. I mean, couldn’t the…
Tips for Applying to College: Avoid the Extra Stress
Applications and essays and financial aid, oh my! Follow these 10 tips for applying to college so you can truly enjoy the college application journey. …
Writing a Letter of Continued Interest: A Second Chance
Wondering what you can do if you get waitlisted or deferred from your dream college? Read all about writing a letter of continued interest!
The Recommendation Letter for College Admissions: Do’s and Don’ts
One of the most important parts of your college application is the recommendation letter. This letter is often the only opportunity for admissions officers to…
How to Help Your Teen with College Applications
If you are the parent or guardian of a high school junior or senior, you may be wondering how you can best help your teen…
Choosing the Best Personal Statement Topic
If you are a current high school junior or senior, you may find yourself agonizing over this question: how on earth do I decide which…
Get Your College Admissions Essay Questions Answered Now
If you are a high school junior or senior (or soon-to-be junior or senior), you likely have a ton of questions about the college admissions…